APPLICATION SPOTLIGHT - Utilities

QUICKLY LOCATE PARTIAL

DISCHARGE
(PD) WITH ACOUSTIC IMAGING
INCREASE RELIABILITY OF TRANSMISSION/
DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS

THE CUSTOMER’S CHALLENGE

For many years utility companies have been performing partial The Si124 helps speed up inspections by scanning large
areas from a safe distance
discharge (PD) measurements on high-voltage electric equipment. PD
is an indicator of insulation deterioration that can lead to equipment
failures or, even worse, a catastrophic incident. With traditional ultrasonic
solutions, the systems can be large and cumbersome and the inspection
reports usually need to be analyzed by an acoustic engineer. Given this,
inspections can become less frequent, leaving equipment like motors,
generators, switchgear and transformers vulnerable to PD related issues.

HIGHLIGHTED SOLUTION
Acoustic imaging, or the ability to see ultrasonic sound, has emerged
as an effective method utility organizations use to locate the existence
of partial discharge (PD). It enables professionals to conduct more
frequent predictive maintenance routines, helping provide a crucial first Quickly and safely locate partial discharge within a
warning of impending electrical failure that could lead to downtime high-voltage electrical system
of critical systems. The FLIR Si124 industrial acoustic imaging camera
senses, displays, and records sound waves producing a precise acoustic
image. The acoustic image is overlaid, in real time, onto a digital camera
image all with an easy-to-use, ergonomic, one-handed camera solution
weighing a little more than 2 pounds (980 grams).

THE RESULTS
With the FLIR Si124, professionals can safely detect problems from up to
100 meters away and analyze discharge patterns. The camera classifies
three partial discharge types, including surface discharge, floating
discharge, and discharge into air. Knowing the type and severity of the
discharge allows users to prioritize repairs. System quickly provides PD type classification and PD pattern for
further analysis
Image captures are quickly uploaded over Wi-Fi to the FLIR Acoustic
Camera Viewer cloud service for the user to perform further in-depth
analysis of the system generated PD patterns. Users can then create
reports and easily share them with colleagues.

The Si124 enables customers to perform more frequent inspections,

helping utilities keep the power flowing.

For more information about the FLIR Si124 or to schedule a product FLIR
Si124
TM

demonstration visit: www.FLIR.com/si124

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